Financial Aid and Enrollment Coordinator

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia School of Nursing invites applications for a Financial Aid & Enrollment Coordinator to support the Assistant Director of Financial Aid and Assistant Dean for Admissions. The role handles financial aid, scholarships, and enrollment guidance to create a smooth student experience.

Responsibilities include awarding scholarships, coordinating GA hiring, communicating aid information to students, maintaining compliance reports, and advising on policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least two years of financial aid experience. Associate's degree with financial aid/financial analyst background may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills are imperative.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy in daily work is essential.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects, as well as the ability to work independently and with a diverse team of faculty and staff is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and the ability to quickly learn new software is essential.
• Two years of experience working in finance, financial aid or student services is required; experience gained while pursuing a degree will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the awarding and management of School of Nursing scholarships following, institutional, state, and federal requirements.
• Work with School of Nursing faculty to manage Graduate Assistant hiring and payment.
• Communicate financial aid information to prospective and current students through email, phone, and in-person and virtual presentations.
• Maintain reports to meet compliance for grants and funding sources for recruitment, enrollment, student scholarships, and financial aid.
• Advise students, faculty, and staff on financial aid and scholarship policies.
• Collaborate with Development and Alumni office and school finance personnel to appropriately steward all awards.
• Connect students with appropriate financial aid and finance related resources.
• Conducting applicant file reviews in order to assess prerequisite compliance.
• Scheduling recruitment events.

Skills

Financial aid

Enrollment coordination

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree with financial aid background may be considered

Tools

PeopleSoft

Slate

Oracle

Job description

The School of Nursing at the University of Virginia invites applications for a new Financial Aid & Enrollment Coordinator role. Ranked among the top Nursing Schools in the nation by US News and World Report, UVA aims to create a diverse community of students, scholars, and staff who aspire to achieve excellence in education, research, and clinical experiences.

Position Summary

The Financial Aid & Enrollment Coordinator is a new hybrid position that will partner and support both the Assistant Director of Financial Aid and the Assistant Dean for Admissions. The role is responsible for delivering essential services related to financial aid and scholarship awarding and support, as well as, student guidance throughout the enrollment process, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for every student. We are seeking a person who is creative, energetic, and demonstrates a sincere commitment to providing quality service and assistance. This includes but is not limited to: financial aid and scholarship packages for all new and continuing nursing students in keeping with federal and state regulations, adhering to university endowment policies and donor restrictions, assisting with the maintenance of the award and scholarship database in coordination with internal and external partners, maintaining reports to meet compliance for grants and funding sources for recruitment, enrollment, student scholarships, and financial aid, and participating in the recruitment strategy, evaluating applicants portfolios and assisting with the attraction of high-potential, prospective global students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the awarding and management of School of Nursing scholarships following, institutional, state, and federal requirements.
• Work with School of Nursing faculty to manage Graduate Assistant hiring and payment.
• Communicate financial aid information to prospective and current students through email, phone, and in-person and virtual presentations.
• Maintain reports to meet compliance for grants and funding sources for recruitment, enrollment, student scholarships, and financial aid.
• Advise students, faculty, and staff on financial aid and scholarship policies.
• Collaborate with Development and Alumni office and school finance personnel to appropriately steward all awards.
• Connect students with appropriate financial aid and finance related resources.
• Conducting applicant file reviews in order to assess prerequisite compliance.
• Scheduling recruitment events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• At least two years of financial aid experience. Associate's degree with financial aid/financial analyst background may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills are imperative.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy in daily work is essential.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects, as well as the ability to work independently and with a diverse team of faculty and staff is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and the ability to quickly learn new software is essential.
• Two years of experience working in finance, financial aid or student services is required; experience gained while pursuing a degree will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given toapplicants with specialized knowledge of federal, state, and university financial aid and award programs, regulations, and guidelines.
• Experience collaborating with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Previous database management software use including PeopleSoft, Slate, Oracle.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary Range

• The anticipated hiring range is $58,000-$64,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type & Work Location

• This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

About UVA and the Community

To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Application Timeline

Application review will begin after September 29, 2026.

Additional Requirements

• Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Internal applicants

Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

• For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, [e-mail].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.